Depression in Children and Adolescents: Guidelines for School Practice

This book provides practical guidance and resources for school mental health professionals who work on the frontlines every day to support children and adolescents experiencing depression or depressive symptoms.

Closely aligned with a multi-tiered problem-solving model, chapters include: brief easy to read theory and research; how-to guidance that links prevention and intervention efforts; action steps tailored to the school environment; direction on incorporating mental services into a Response to Intervention framework; concrete descriptions of specific assessment tools and interventions; tips for improving school team and school-community collaboration; and extensive recommended resources.